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saul
Definition:
(nou) the first king of the Israelites who defended Israel against many enemies (especially the Philistines) (nou) a Christian missionary to the Gentiles; author of several Epistles in the New Testament; even though Paul was not present at the Last Supper he is considered an Apostle
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Common mistakes of saul pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "saul" with a long "a" sound, like "sail." The correct pronunciation is /sɔːl/ in UK English and /sɑl/ in US English. Tip: Focus on the "aw" sound to avoid confusion.
- Ignoring the initial "s": A common mistake is to drop the "s" sound at the beginning, leading to "aul." The correct pronunciation starts with an "s" sound, /sɔːl/ or /sɑl/. Tip: Emphasize the "s" to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "l": Some speakers might stress the "l" at the end, making it sound too heavy, like "sawl." The proper pronunciation is more subtle, /sɔːl/ or /sɑl/. Tip: Keep the "l" light and fluid.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "saul" with "soul" or "sal." While "soul" is pronounced /soʊl/ in US English and /səʊl/ in UK English, "saul" has a different vowel sound. Tip: Practice distinguishing vowel sounds to improve accuracy.
- Mispronouncing in context: When saying "saul" in sentences, some may blend it into surrounding words, making it unclear. The clear pronunciation is /sɔːl/ or /sɑl/. Tip: Slow down and articulate "saul" clearly in conversation for better understanding.